2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 166 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
